• Andy Johns

  • Blog

    Pioneer’s Brand Gets a Strategic Glow-Up for the Future 

    Do you need a rebrand or just a brand refresh? Here’s what we learned when Pioneer staff coordinated a multistage brand refresh this summer.
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    Andy Johns
    August 31, 2026
  • Podcasts

    From the Marketing Department to the C-Suite, With Kasey Krueger

    In taking on the CEO role at DTC Communications, Kasey Krueger joined a small but growing number of top executives with roots in the marketing and communications departments. Listen in to hear his advice for others looking to climb the ladder in their careers.Other episodes in our informal series on marketing and comms professionals climbing…
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    Andy Johns
    August 25, 2026
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    Communication Upward (to the Board and Executives), With Richard Fagerlin

    Communicators are used to communicating outward. However, taking a few key steps can help them improve their organizations by communicating upward to the board and upper management.
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    Andy Johns
    August 5, 2026
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    How AI Is Transforming Internet Search, With Jordan Brannon

    Google noticed an increasing number of us are using artificial intelligence to search online and is making sweeping changes to how the web works. Broadband providers need to prepare for a world without the traffic from search engines they've relied on for decades.
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    Andy Johns
    August 7, 2026
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    AI Tools for Event Planning, With Mark Marion

    Are you tight on time and resources, but have a big event to plan? NTCA's Mark Marion outlines how an easy-to-build AI bot helped him plan and execute a recent big event.
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    Andy Johns
    June 24, 2026
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    Andy Johns
    May 27, 2026
  • News

    Pioneer Utility Resources and Survey & Ballot Systems Announce Member Election and Marketing Partnership

    With deep experience serving cooperatives, the two organizations are working together to simplify elections and provide dependable, end-to-end support.
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    Andy Johns
    July 22, 2026
  • Podcasts

    Age, Price and LEOs: The Latest Rural Broadband Data

    Scott Meyer is back with more data to share on how younger subscribers feel about broadband pricing, customer attitudes toward satellite and cellular service and more. Recorded LIVE at StoryConnect 2026!Find the full 2026 Rural Broadbrand Subscriber Survey here: https://www.innovsys.com/innovsys/2026-rural-subscriber-study-2/ 
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    Andy Johns
    June 10, 2026
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    Discovering Key Metrics for Broadband Providers

    Erika Nelson of Lynxx Networks talks about the KPIs broadband providers should be paying attention to. From market share and ARPU to digital analytics and customer reviews, Erika shares how her team uses data to guide decisions and measure success.
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    Andy Johns
    May 14, 2026
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    Incentives That Build Stronger Teams

    Shelly Hansel, public relations director at SCTelcom, discusses creative ways cooperatives can incentivize employees and strengthen company culture. From referral bonuses to “Going the Extra Mile” awards and even monthly half-days off, Shelly shares how recognition, trust and leadership at every level help build a team of people who want to stay at the company for decades.
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    Andy Johns
    May 14, 2026
  • News

    Board Nominations Open March 5; District Change Adds Flexibility, Diversity

    District changes for Pioneer’s Board of Directors reflect the growth and diversity of the communications cooperative. Nominations for the board open March 5.
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    Andy Johns
    May 14, 2026
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    Ruth Marks Joins Pioneer’s Board of Directors

    Mountain View Electric Cooperative CEO Ruth Marks accepted an appointment to Pioneer’s Board of Directors. She fills the unexpired term of Libby Calnon, general manager of Hood River Electric & Internet Co-op.
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    Andy Johns
    May 14, 2026